EATING DISORDERS

This study tested whether romosozumab, a bone-building drug, can improve bone density in 30 women with anorexia nervosa who have low bone mass. Participants received either the drug or a placebo for 12 months, followed by a single dose of zoledronic acid to maintain gains. The go…

This study tested a virtual program called FED-F for people with anorexia nervosa who recently completed intensive treatment. The program helps participants face fears about food, weight gain, body sensations, and social situations to prevent relapse. 70 adults took part, and the…

This study tested two types of talk therapy for teens with anorexia nervosa, delivered at home instead of a clinic. 77 teens and their families took part to see if home-based treatment helps with weight gain, eating habits, and family skills. The goal was to make treatment easier…

This study tested a new combination of two talk therapies for adults with eating disorders who are not underweight. Twenty participants were randomly assigned to either standard cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT-E) or a mix of CBT and metacognitive interpersonal therapy (CBT-F+MI…

This small pilot study tested whether a technique called bilateral stimulation (side-to-side tapping) could help people with eating disorders feel less anxious after eating foods they normally avoid. Eight adults in outpatient treatment either received standard care alone or stan…

This study tested a mobile app designed to help teens with eating disorders who were not currently in treatment. 161 teens were recruited through social media and used the app to learn healthier habits. The goal was to see if the app could reduce eating disorder symptoms and impr…

This study tested whether sending educational emails for four weeks could help adults with eating disorders who are stuck on long waitlists for specialized care. 78 participants were randomly assigned to receive the emails or not. The goal was to see if this low-cost approach cou…

This study tested a text message program designed to help people stop habits that make appearance worries worse. 401 adults with body image concerns received either text coaching or a relaxing video. The goal was to see if the texts could reduce anxiety about how they look. Resul…

This study tested whether adding weekly yoga or a special body-focused therapy (FSB) to standard care helps young women aged 16–25 with eating disorders like anorexia or bulimia. 54 participants were split into three groups: standard care only, standard care plus yoga, or standar…

This study looked at how young women with restrictive eating disorders respond to exercise, including changes in body image, mood, and blood markers. Researchers measured these responses in a lab setting and compared them to everyday activity. The goal is to better understand dri…

This study looked at 115 young people aged 10 to 25 with type 1 diabetes in Spain to understand their emotional well-being, eating habits, and how they manage their condition. Participants filled out an online survey about diabetes distress, risk of eating disorders, and self-per…

This study looked at how often adults with inflammatory bowel disease (Crohn's disease or ulcerative colitis) show signs of eating disorders, especially avoidant/restrictive food intake disorder (ARFID). Researchers asked 355 patients to fill out questionnaires about their eating…

This study followed 1,290 adults with type 1 or type 2 diabetes for two years to understand how mental health issues like depression, anxiety, and eating problems relate to blood sugar control. Participants completed surveys, interviews, and used smartphone apps and glucose monit…

This study looked at how children's use of smartphones and tablets, including social media and games, is linked to their mental health, sleep, and physical activity. Over 900 children aged 8 to 17 and their parents took part for three months. Researchers used the Aura app to trac…

This study compared a new personalized treatment for eating disorders (called Network-Informed Personalized Treatment) with the current standard therapy (Enhanced Cognitive Behavioral Therapy). 80 adults with eating disorders like anorexia or bulimia took part. The goal was to se…

This study looked at how women who have or had bulimia or binge-eating disorder experience pregnancy, body changes, and healthcare after giving birth. Researchers interviewed 28 women to understand their challenges and how well doctors and nurses support them. The goal is to impr…

This study looked at how the COVID-19 pandemic impacted children, youth, and families dealing with eating disorders in Canada. Researchers interviewed parents, youth, doctors, and administrators to understand their experiences. They also tested virtual parent-led peer support gro…

This completed pilot study looked at how exercise influences appetite in women who experience loss of control eating, such as in binge-eating disorder or bulimia. 28 women participated, and researchers measured their food intake and appetite-related hormones after exercise versus…